SENSORY GARDENS MONTH: Linking outdoor spaces to resident wellbeing, occupancy rates, and CQC outcomes
Sensory gardens are widely recognised as strategic investments that enhance resident wellbeing, support regulatory compliance, and strengthen a care home’s reputation in a highly competitive market. Senior care home management professionals attending the Care Forum are increasingly realising that a thoughtfully designed sensory garden can deliver tangible returns across multiple areas: resident satisfaction, occupancy rates, and […]
Gaps in cyber crisis readiness leaving healthcare organisations at risk
A study has highlighted an ‘urgent need’ for unified cyber crisis management, as most organisations – including within the healthcare sector – are not keeping up with preparedness requirements Semperis’ research, The State of Enterprise Cyber Crisis Readiness, highlights a ‘dangerous’ gap between perceived readiness and real-world response capabilities. “Cyberattacks don’t check your calendar — they […]
The solutions you need await at the Care Forum
Join us in June at the Care Forum, where you can network with peers, meet with leading suppliers & enjoy a series of seminar sessions – Here’s everything you need to know… Date: Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd June 2025Venue: Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London HeathrowPrice: Completely free for delegates! There are many benefits to attending this event, such […]
TRAINING & INNOVATION MONTH: How care homes are collaborating with EdTech and HealthTech providers
Pressured by rising demand, regulatory complexity, and workforce shortages, care home leaders are turning to strategic partnerships with EdTech and HealthTech providers to drive innovation, improve outcomes, and meet evolving standards of care. These collaborations are not just about adopting new technologies – they’re about modernising care delivery through smarter training, digital tools, and data-driven decision-making. The result? […]
Sign up for the NW Hearts Charity Golf Day!
Care Forum Manchester charity partner, NW Hearts Charity, are holding a Golf Day on Thursday 11th September 2025 at Houldsworth Golf Club, Stockport and would love you to join them. Join NW Hearts Charity Golf Day, have fun and compete with friends or colleagues during a great round of golf. Enjoy some good food and […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Amba – Enabling more responsive, personalised and responsive care
At Amba we help our clients achieve measurable outcomes that improve care quality and financial performance. Our clients experience reduced falls, fewer hospitalisations, savings in operating costs, and increased revenue from higher occupancy and new wellness services. Amba achieves these results by unobtrusively gathering and analysing data on residents’ health, wellness, and safety. Using discreet, […]
May 2025 is Sensory Gardens Month on Care Briefing: Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in May we’ll be focusing on Sensory Gardens. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Sensory Gardens […]
Top 4 Tips to ensure reliable WiFi in your care home
Avoid frustration and ensure smooth operations for your managers and staff. WiFi connectivity is one of the most common tech issues in care homes, especially when it affects care planning devices, eMAR systems, and internet access for staff. Poor WiFi can lead to delays in updating records, interrupted workflows, and unnecessary stress for care teams. […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Medicare Systems – Nurse Call Systems for Care Homes & Hospitals
Medicare Systems are experts in manufacturing and installing wireless nurse call systems. Nurse call systems are an essential part of worldwide healthcare. They provide a way for patients to communicate with staff and for staff to be alerted to patient needs. Our systems and equipment can be found in nursing homes, hospitals, hospices and clinics […]
TRAINING & INNOVATION MONTH: How care homes are using digital platforms to upskill staff
Care homes continue to face mounting challenges around staffing shortages, evolving regulations, and increasingly complex resident needs. To meet these demands, forward-thinking care providers are turning to digital training platforms to upskill their workforce, improve compliance, and ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery. These tools are enabling care homes attending the Care Forum to future-proof their workforce while also creating […]